Biting the tongue and burns from hot foods or liquids can cause a swollen bump for a few days. Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) is a viral infection that can cause cold sores around the mouth.

Here is an overview of the common causes: Transient lingual papillitis and canker sores can occur due to injury or irritation of the tongue, gums, or mouth. Common causes of these bumps include ...

Pollack says they look like blisters – red, raised, and painful bumps. They typically occur outside of the mouth on and around the lips, but it is possible for them to occur on your tongue ...

A swollen tongue may signal allergies, deficiencies, infections, or deeper health issues you shouldn't ignore.

Classic lingual papillitis causes a few red, whitish, or yellow-colored raised bumps on one area of ... from the affected area on the tongue and examines it under a microscope to help confirm ...

Check out all those bumps ... You see that thing under your tongue? It's a lovely band of tissue called the frenulum, and it anchors the tongue to your mouth. So even if you're Gene Simmons ...

Cold sores occur ... of people worldwide under the age of 50. However, HSV-2, which is typically associated with genital herpes, can be transmitted to the area around the mouth during oral sex.